Program Coordinator - Y Achievers

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment OpportunityDo you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others?We are looking for our Program Coordinator- Y Achievers to join our team at the Y! We spend our days positively impacting the community around us. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community.Some rewards for joining our team:Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!Flexible work schedule. Opening shifts available for the early bird!Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programsPlanning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!What is needed for this job as our Program Coordinator - Y Achievers:18+ years of ageHS Diploma or equivalent work experience1+ years of experience in working with youth, ages 13-19Desire and ability to learn tasks as assignedExhibit strong leadership and organizational skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellenceThe responsibilities we will trust you as our Program Coordinator - Y Achievers:Conduct Teen Leadership programs of Achievers, Youth & Government, and Model UN in accordance with YMCA program standardsProvide a safe environment that allows participants to learn YMCA programsEncourage and support staff volunteers to provide programmingReinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of characterImplements curriculum within the established guidelinesMaintains communication with participants and engaged parentsSupport the Regional Teen Leader and Sports Camp Leader with registration information, attendance, and other functionsAttend staff meetings and training as required while also providing support or leadership to Operations staff on teen related topics and issuesAssist with the recruitment of participants and building relationships with local schools or organizations that will increase student participationOversee the safety and location of all the teens in programming both at the Branch or Off-SiteMaintain sensitivity and patience with teens while also always maintaining confidentialityMaintain and monitor enrollment and participation in programs to ensure recruitment and engagement goals are metMeet the standards of implementation of activities that foster creativity, leadership competency building, and service learningServe as Advisor for YMCA Civic Engagement Conferences, Teen Summits, College Tours, Service-Learning Projects, and other community eventsWork with the Branch Sports and Camp Leader and their leaderships teams to coordinate service delivery of other teen programming or special events as needed or in response to teen demandParticipate in Branch Team meetings or huddles and report out on teen attendance, events, concerns, and also seek opportunities for inter-departmental collaboration that results in quality programming for TeensCreate a designated space or time for teens to socialize, engage, and exchange ideas with each otherAvailable to work nights and weekendsWhat you can expect:Support from an amazing leadership teamOpportunities to learn & grow at the YMCABeing a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community strongerAfter reading this, if you're thinking this is me- we want to meet you!Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.